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Pain

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Pain can range from dull to sharp, from mild to intense. No matter how you describe it, you want it to go away—and fast. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

Pain can range from dull to sharp, from mild to intense. No matter how you describe it, you want it to go away—and fast. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

• Rub on topical capsaicinBlock pain signals by applying an ointment that contains capsaicin, a substance found in cayenne peppers, to the painful area four times a day 
   
• Get movingTake part in a prescribed exercise program to boost the production of your body’s natural painkillers
• Give acupuncture a try See a qualified practitioner for treatments that activate pain-killing pathways
• Take time for a checkupMake an appointment with your healthcare provider to find out if your pain is being caused by a treatable condition

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